Yew Chung International School (11-13 Kent Road Campus) is a IB (DP) / British Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE school in Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong. Founded in 1985. Annual tuition ranges from $33,829 to $33,829 USD.
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Scholarships Available
1. Financial assistance is available for families unable to purchase a debenture in full or partially, with exemptions or deferred payment plans under the school's financial assistance programme. 2. A merit-based Yew Chung Yew Wah Scholarship Programme recognises academic achievement, leadership, and service. 3. A Christian Missionary Support Policy allows children from Christian missionary families to apply for tuition fee assistance under certain conditions.
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About
Yew Chung International School (11-13 Kent Road Campus) is a co-educational international primary school in Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, serving students aged 4 to 11. It is part of the Yew Chung Education Foundation (YCEF), a registered non-profit, and delivers the English National Curriculum through a distinctive bilingual co-teaching model with English and Mandarin instruction. The school places a strong emphasis on academic enrichment, STEM, and the arts, while integrating Christian values into its educational philosophy.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
YCIS operates a bilingual co-teaching model with one Western teacher and one Chinese teacher in each classroom, ensuring strong foundations in both English and Mandarin. The campus is part of the wider YCIS network, giving students access to shared science labs, libraries, and arts and sports facilities across campuses. The curriculum blends the English National Curriculum with Chinese culture, character education, and inquiry-based learning.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | HKD 260,220~$ 33,276 |
| Year 2 | HKD 260,220~$ 33,276 |
| Year 3 | HKD 260,220~$ 33,276 |
| Year 4 | HKD 260,220~$ 33,276 |
| Year 5 | HKD 260,220~$ 33,276 |
| Year 6 | HKD 260,220~$ 33,276 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: HK$260,220. Application fee: $130.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application with required documents (birth certificate, passport, school reports, photographs). 2. Admissions team reviews submitted materials for completeness and eligibility. 3. Age-appropriate assessments and/or interviews arranged, which may include written English and mathematics evaluations, group interaction tasks, or one-to-one meetings. 4. Placement decision made based on academic background, English proficiency, social development, past schooling, and date of birth. 5. Formal offer letter issued; place confirmed upon acceptance and payment of required fees including debenture.
Admissions Details
YCIS operates a waiting pool/waiting list system. When a year level is full, approved applicants who passed interviews may be kept in the waiting pool until a spot becomes available.
School Day
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Student Life
A uniform is required. A unified uniform was introduced across all Yew Chung Education Foundation (YCEF) schools.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
No publicly available information on mental wellbeing support.
YCIS Hong Kong's safeguarding policy emphasises creating a safe and supportive environment protecting students from neglect and abuse. All staff, volunteers, and community partners undergo strict recruitment checks, regular safeguarding training, and follow clear codes of conduct. Concerns are reported through designated Child Protection Officers (CPOs) and a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), with cases escalated by severity (Green, Amber, Red). The school uses an 'Assess, Plan, Do, Review' approach, logging incidents on the MyConcern platform and reporting to external authorities as required under Hong Kong's Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance. Support is provided through counselling, safeguarding teams, and collaboration with outside specialists.
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School Background
Part of the Yew Chung Education Foundation (YCEF), a registered non-profit organisation.
Christian